Ballet & Beer | Coppélia: Recreating a Classic Ballet from 1870

Master choreographer Kirk Peterson will share his secrets for recreating Coppélia, the ballet world’s classic romantic comedy, and you’ll get to experience outstanding technique up close.

Ballet & Beer: Meet the Artists events are free, but space is limited so pre-registration is required! Register online or via phone 513-621-5282. At the event, Cincinnati young professionals under 40 will get an exclusive opportunity to purchase specially-priced tickets for the next Cincinnati Ballet performance (pending availability).

Cash bar. ID required for the bar and/or young professional ticket purchases.

Coppélia takes the stage for four performances only October 21-23! Get a glimpse at the beautiful sets and challenging choreography in these behind-the-scenes video clips from backstage at the Aronoff Center for the Arts.

Did you know Coppélia has been performed for nearly 150 years? Or that it was the ballet which set the stage for Walt Disney’s “Ballerina” movie? We found some fun facts we bet you haven’t heard before!

Cincinnati Ballet presents Coppélia for the first time in 15 years, October 21 through 23 at the Aronoff Center. This comedic story of love and mistaken identities features the technically challenging and charming original choreography of former Cincinnati Ballet resident choreographer Kirk Peterson.

“This ballet really has it all. Humor, a love triangle, a bit of magic and tons of really impressive dancing. It has been performed all over the world by every top ballet company,” says Artistic Director & CEO Victoria Morgan.

Cincinnati Ballet’s 2016-2017 Season marks Artistic Director & CEO Victoria Morgan’s 20th. To celebrate, the new season features unique collaborations, world premieres and the return of treasured family classics.